Alert Diver Issue: Q4 2010

Bites & Attacks

November 1, 2010  Joseph Becker, M.D., and Paul Auerbach, M.D., M.S.

When provoked or on the defense, marine critters will attack. From seals to otters, and sharks to barracudas, learn prevention and first aid for these scenarios.

The menacing mouth of a barracuda

The Florida Keys History of Diving Museum

November 1, 2010  Dean Hempel

When in the Florida Keys, be sure to check out The Florida Keys History of Diving Museum. Divers can learn all about the history. Read more about the museum.

Exterior entrance of the History of Diving Museum in Florida Keys

DAN Member Profile: Kathryn Sullivan

November 1, 2010  Hillary Viders, Ph.D.

DAN member Dr. Kathryn Sullivan has been deep underwater and deep in outer space. She was the first woman to walk in space. Read more about Sullivan and why she’s a DAN member.

NASA astronaut is submerged in a pool and flanked by safety divers